Commodities Team Member | 1st Shift

Van Meter Inc.; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Meter Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Team Member to efficiently move wire products through the distribution center.

You will receive, store, pick, process, and prepare materials for delivery, ensuring accurate orders and inventory integrity while maintaining a safe and organized workplace. The role emphasizes teamwork, exceptional service, and operational excellence to support customers and branch deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs with or without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work through shift.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick and process customer pipe, wire, and conduit orders.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and store inbound shipments.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Prepare, stage, load, and secure materials for deliveries.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Support cross-training, operational coverage, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

RF scanners

Eclipse inventory system

Job description

Role Summary

The Commodities Team Member supports the efficient movement of wire products through the distribution center by receiving, storing, picking, processing, and preparing materials for delivery. This role helps ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately, inventory is maintained properly, and warehouse operations are conducted safely and efficiently. Success in this position contributes directly to Van Meter's ability to be our customers' competitive advantage through operational excellence, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Pick and process customer pipe, wire, and conduit orders
• Receive, unload, inspect, and put away inbound commodity shipments
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Prepare, stage, load, and secure materials for customer and branch deliveries
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report discrepancies
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Support cross-training, operational coverage, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75lbs with or without assistance
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work throughout an entire shift
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication and problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or distribution center experience
• Experience operating forklifts, or other similar powered equipment
• Experience with handheld RF scanners
• Knowledge of Eclipse or similar inventory management systems

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk on hard surfaces throughout the entire workday
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials up to 50lbs
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials up to 75lbs
• Frequently bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions
• Occasionally climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, and balance
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for material handling and equipment operation
• Frequent use of vision, depth perception and color recognition for inventory handling, equipment operation, and safety signals
• Frequent operation of forklifts and warehouse equipment
• Ability to hear verbal instructions, equipment alarms, and other safety warnings

Working Conditions

• Primarily warehouse and distribution center work environment
• Exposure to varying temperatures including heat, cold, humidity, and other seasonal weather changes
• Moderate warehouse noise levels
• Occasional exposure to dust, odors, fumes, vibrations, and mechanical hazards
• Indoor work with occasional outdoor exposure
• Extended shifts, overtime, or flexible scheduling may be required to meet business needs
• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel toe shoes, gloves, and safety glasses

Van Meter is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants and employee-owners who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits and privileges should contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Other duties may be assigned, changed, or removed at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs and consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job description alters the at-will employment relationship, where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Salary Description

$20 - $23 Per Hour